Experienced Bookkeeper

The Numbers Bureau; City of Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development support

On-site parking

Inclusive team

Job summary

The Numbers Bureau, Bendigo, is seeking an experienced bookkeeper for a full-time, permanent role. You’ll manage a varied client portfolio, completing end-to-end bookkeeping including BAS/IAS, GST, payroll, and month-end reporting.

You’ll work independently within a supportive team, maintaining accurate ledgers, handling year-end prep, and building strong client relationships across industries.

Qualifications

• 3+ years bookkeeping experience, ideally in a practice environment
• Strong GST, BAS, payroll and superannuation knowledge
• Formal bookkeeping qualification (Cert IV+) and BAS Agent registration or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable, and reconcile bank/credit cards
• Prepare and lodge BAS and IAS; manage GST
• Process payroll including STP reporting and superannuation
• Maintain ledgers and prepare month‑end client reports
• Assist with year‑end prep and liaise with accountants
• Respond to client queries promptly and professionally
• Build relationships with diverse clients and explain financial matters clearly
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve client outcomes

Skills

GST knowledge

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Certificate IV in Bookkeeping

BAS Agent registration

Tools

Xero

Dext

Practice Software

Job description

We're looking for an experienced bookkeeper to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. You'll manage the books for a varied portfolio of small to medium business clients, working independently while being backed by a supportive team.

Key responsibilities

Process accounts payable and receivable, and manage bank and credit card reconciliations

Prepare and lodge BAS and IAS, and manage GST

Process payroll, including STP reporting and superannuation

Maintain accurate ledgers and prepare month-end reports for clients

Assist with year-end preparation and liaise with our accountants

Respond to client queries promptly and professionally

Build strong relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds, explaining financial matters clearly and respectfully

Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve client outcomes

About you

Minimum 3 years' experience in bookkeeping, ideally in a practice environment

Proficiency in Xero and Dext (Practice Software/Xbert a bonus)

Strong working knowledge of GST, BAS, payroll and superannuation

Formal bookkeeping qualification (Certificate IV or higher) and BAS Agent registration, or willingness to work towards it, is highly regarded

Excellent attention to detail and strong time management

Confident communicator who works well both independently and in a team

Good knowledge of Excel and other common office software

Right to work in Australia

About us

The Numbers Bureau is a Bendigo-based bookkeeping and accounting practice that helps local businesses keep their finances accurate, compliant and stress-free. We're a friendly, down-to-earth team who value quality work, clear communication and long-term client relationships. Our clients come from a wide range of backgrounds, from sole traders and family-run businesses to community organisations and growing companies across many industries. We take pride in making everyone feel welcome, understood and well looked after, and we're committed to an inclusive workplace where every team member is respected and supported to do their best work.

Permanent full-time position: Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week (on-site)

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

A supportive, collaborative and inclusive workplace in the heart of Bendigo

Professional development and study support

Varied client work that keeps things interesting